URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS

Urinary tract infections can affect any of the organs associated with urination, from the kidneys to the urea. Learn about the causes of urinary tract infections as well as effective methods for treatment and prevention.
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Urinary Tract Infection Lifestyle Tips

Trouble with UTIs? Get tips on how to avoid and treat urinary tract infections.

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  • Steer clear of smokers. Approximately 38,000 people die each year from heart and blood vessel diseases caused by secondhand smoke.
  • Wash dinner down with wine – but just one glass! Scientists have found that moderate amounts of red and white wines can be helpful in preventing heart disease.
  • Say "yes, please" to potassium. Loading up potatoes, tomatoes, bananas, and other potassium-rich foods can lower blood pressure by 10 points, according to a recent study.
  • Make time for teatime. Researchers believe that sipping three cups of tea per day can decrease the risk of heart attack by 11 percent. Green tea, especially, may hold heart health benefits.
  • Fish: It's what's for dinner. Seafood rich in omega-3 fatty acids (salmon, mackerel, herring, sardines and tuna) reduces inflammation and prevents high cholesterol and blood pressure.

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